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Historic Buildings in Devon

Including all sorts of historic oddities, such as a deserted medieval village, a naval college, mills, and more. You might also enjoy browsing our list of historic houses (stately homes) in Devon.

 Bayard's Cove Fort
  

A very small gun fort, built during Tudor times to defend the entrance to Dartmouth harbour. The fort was built by the Dartmouth Corporation around the year 1510.
Dartmouth, Devon, England

Attraction Type: Historic Property
Location: on riverfront in Dartmouth
Website: Bayard's Cove Fort
English Heritage
OS SX879 510

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 Branscombe Manor Mill
  

A collection of historic buildings in a lovely village setting, including a restored working mill, bakery, and forge. The forge is the only thatched forge in England, and sells iron articles made on the premises. The Old Bakery features open fires and historic baking equipment.
Branscombe, Seaton, Devon, England, EX12 3DB

Attraction Type: Historic Property
Location: off A3052
Website: Branscombe Manor Mill
Email: branscombe@nationaltrust.org.uk
Phone: 01392 881 691
National Trust
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 Church House
We had the pleasure of visiting here, and our information is based on our personal experiences  

Church House Church House is an attractive granite-built cottage dating to about 1540 It was constructed as a community centre, and later functioned as an almshouse, a school, a workhouse, and then as a village hall. It is open to visitors when not in use for village functions.
Widecombe-in-the-Moor, Devon, England, TQ13 7TA

Attraction Type: Historic Property
Location: Located in the centre of Widecombe village, just beside the church
Website: Church House
Email: churchhouse@nationaltrust.org.uk
Phone: 01364 621321
National Trust
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OS SX718767

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 Clyston Mill
  

Clyston Mill A restored historic watermill, Clyston Mill is party of the National Trust's Killerton Estate. The mill stands in a lovely riverside setting in the village of Broadclyst. A short distance away is another National Trust property, the Budlake Old Post Office.
Broadclyst, Exeter, Devon, England, EX5 3EW

Attraction Type: Historic Property
Location: Seasonal opening. See National Trust websie for details.
Website: Clyston Mill
Email: clystonmill@nationaltrust.org.uk
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OS SX981970

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 Coldharbour Mill Museum
  

A working spinning mill set in a lovely Devon village. Coldharbour Mill was built in 1799 by Thomas Fox to spin wollen yarn. for the Fox Brothers company The mill was later converted to spin worsted yarn. It offers a unique glimpse into Georgian industrial architecture and enterprise.
Uffculme, Devon, England, EX15 3EE

Attraction Type: Historic Property
Location: Located just off the B3440 towards the Willand end of Uffculme.

Website: Coldharbour Mill Museum
Email: info@coldharbourmill.org.uk
Phone: 01884 840960
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OS ST062123

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 Exeter Guildhall
  

The Exeter Guildhall claims to hold the distinction of being the oldest municipal building in England still in continuous use. A Guildhall existed on this site since the mid 12th century, but the present building is almost entirely a product of the late 15th century. The building is entered through a massive oaken door, carved by a local joiner in 1592.
High Street, Exeter, Devon, England

Attraction Type: Historic Property
Details of Exeter Guildhall
OS SX919 927

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 Exeter's Underground Passages
  

Exeter's Underground Passages Want to see Exeter from an entirely different perspective? Explore under the streets in the 14th century vaulted tunnels constructed to house lead pipes for fresh water.
2 Paris Street, Exeter, Devon, England, EX1 1GA

Attraction Type: Historic Property
Website: Exeter's Underground Passages
Email: upassages@exeter.gov.uk
Phone: 01392 665 887
Fax: 01392 265 695
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OS SX923 926

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 Finch Foundry
  

Live demonstrations at this 19th century water-powered forge in a dramatic Dartmoor setting. Circular 'Four Villages' walking trail.
Sticklepath, Okehampton, Devon, England, EX20 2NW

Attraction Type: Historic Property
Location: 4 m E Okehampton, off A30
Website: Finch Foundry
Email: finchfoundry@nationaltrust.org.uk
Phone: 01837 840 046
Fax: 01837 840 809
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OS SX641 941

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 Kirkham House
  

A late medieval stone town house. Thouse was split into three cottages, but wasrestored in the 1960s. The interior is furnished with modern replica furniture, showing what life was like for those who dwelt here in the Middle Ages.
Kirkham House, Paignton, Devon, England

Attraction Type: Historic Property
Location: Located on Kirkham Street, off Cecil Road. Limiterd opening times - see English Heritage website for details.
Website: Kirkham House
English Heritage
OS SX886611

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 Loughwood Meeting House
  

Simple 1653 building dug into the hillside by the Baptist congregation of nearby Kilmington village; 18th century interior.
Dalwood, Axminster, Devon, England, EX13 7DU

Attraction Type: Historic Property
Location: 4 miles west of Axminster
Website: Loughwood Meeting House
Email: loughwood@nationaltrust.org.uk
Phone: 01752 346 585
Fax: 01752 346 585
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 Marker's Cottage
  

Thatched medieval cob house with painted panelling.
Broadclyst, Exeter, Devon, England, EX5 3HR

Attraction Type: Historic Property
Location: off the B3181
Website: Marker's Cottage
Email: markerscottage@nationaltrust.org.uk
Phone: 01392 461 546
National Trust
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OS SX986 972

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 Marker's Cottage
  

Marker's Cottage Marker's Cottage is a medieval Grade II listed thatched cottage in the picturesque village of Broadclyst. The cottage and nearby Clyston Mill are part of the National Trust's Killerton Estate.
Townend, Broadclyst Exeter, Devon, England, EX5 3HR

Attraction Type: Historic Property
Website: Marker's Cottage
Email: markerscottage@nationaltrust.org.uk
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OS SX985972

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 Royal Citadel
  

A 17th century miltary fort built to counter the threat from Dutch naval forces. The Citadel is still used by the military today, so opening times are limited. The earliest fortification here was a 16th century artillery emplacement. That first fort was known as Drake's Fort or Plymouth Fort, and was built to counter the threat of a Spanish invasion.
The Hoe, Plymouth, Devon, England

Attraction Type: Historic Property
Location: At the eastern end of Plymouth Hoe. Seasonal opening only.
OS SX482537

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 Shute Barton
  

Shute Barton Also known as Old Shute House, Shute Barton is an embattled 14th century manor house with the addition of a late 15th century wing. There was also a Tudor block, but this was demolished around 1785. The house was built around 1380, and consists of two wings in a L shape. The house is approached through a 15th century three-storey gatehouse.
Shute, Axminster, Devon, England, EX13 7PT

Attraction Type: Historic Property
Website: Shute Barton
National Trust
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 Wembury Old Mill
  

Wembury Old Mill An historic watermill on Wembury Beach, part of Wembury Marine Centre, now adapted for use as a cafe. The mill is a base for guided nature tours of Wembury Beach, including 'rock-pool rambles', and marine events. The South West Coast Path runs beside the property and provides excellent walks along the coast in both directions.
Wembury Beach, Wembury, Devon, England, PL9 0HP

Attraction Type: Historic Property
Location: Seasonal opening.
Website: Wembury Old Mill
Email: oldmill@nationaltrust.org.uk
Phone: 01752 862314
National Trust
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OS SX520487

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Lambside House

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Plymouth (Hotel)

Novotel Plymouth

Situated at the gateway to Plymouth, ideal for exploring both Devon and Cornwall. The city centre and famous heritage sites of Plymouth Hoe and the Barbican are only a ten minute drive away. Alternatively, visit the Eden Project, Cornwall's newest attraction. All the spacious modern bedrooms have Playstation, in-house movie … more >>

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Plymouth (Hotel)

Moorland Links Hotel

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